Angie challenge #3 stripes edition

Today's outfit is very me for a different reason. Despite owning conventionally flattering clothing, I sometimes feel compelled to experiment with less obvious choices.
Case in point these baggy 90s Helmut Lang jeans. They don't do me any favors and might be looking for a new home soon, but baggy is supposedly trending and I wanted to...play?
Jacket - Margaret Howell
Sweater - vintage Louis Feraud
Boots - forgot
Bag - Daniella Lehavi
all thrifted this time even the earrings

A word about this sweater. It is so high quality! I bought it second hand, it is probably from the 90s based on the tag, have worn it many times and washed it as needed and it has never balled or bagged or all the things a sweater can do.
Also you might notice that Felix the Cat happened to have important work to do wherever DD2 and I went to try to take a decent photo.

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7 years ago

lyn67

Veteran

You cannot do wrong with this hair (and smile) stripes and red boots- not even if playing with some farmer's baggy!:-))

Bijou

Wow you look fantastic and the jeans look intentionally baggy. Your hair has grown out and is looking better than ever. Love how you get the most amazing thrifted items too.

UmmLila (Lisa)

I love the color palette in those stripes on you. And the earrings almost make a vertical stripe. Felix is making himself quite useful as a photographic accessory.

Helena

I love this Shevia! The sweater is gorgeous on you, the jeans look trendy, and I love your earrings. You are glowing; the "you" factor is obvious And hello to Felix! He's looking chic in his column of black!

always trying

looking your usual fab.....

Alicewonderland

Love! We are definitely on the same team with the striped rainbow sweaters and all thrifted clothes.

SarahD8

I think that playfulness is what is quintessentially "you"!
The color palette of that sweater could not possibly be more flattering on you. Yay that it has held up so well, long may Stripey 90s Sweater reign!

Cardiff girl

Love a stripe especially teamed with boots so this outfit is right up my alley.

Suz

(website)

Jaime, those colours are fabulous on you! And yes, part of your style is your experimentation with silhouette and trends -- and yay for that!

Anonymous

Wonderful, Jaime! I like the baggy jeans, the jacket, the sweater, every thing about this outfit

taylor

Shevia, although the pants are baggy , you have managed to make the entire outfit so effortlessly stylish and cohesive. Beautifully done .
Love the cameo by Felix !

Jane

So, so good. The jeans are great! Please don’t let them go! All gorgeous! You look very you!

Sal

Playful is a great word to describe your style!! Love the sweater - great stripes, reminds me a bit of the Benetton stripes.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

You are SOOOO stinking cute, Jaime. This playful fashion forward outfit is a testament to your stylish creativity and confidence, and the ease with which you enjoy fashion. Rock on, and don't stop playing...

The hoop earrings are delicious with the striped top!

Great blazer and aww Felix
The stripes on the last pic reminded me of Bodens!

Bonnie

Love your sense of fun with fashion and I think the pants look terrific.

Jenn

I’m loving having more glimpses into your fun and funky style. Your haircut keeps all your vintage finds looking modern.

Jaime

Thank you again you incredibly nice, supportive people! We are so lucky to have this lovely island of generosity in the sea of the internet - thank you again Angie, Greg, Inge (and Sam!).

Jenn, I also feel my hair lets me play without looking like mutton trying to be lamb or whatever that noxious sentiment is. (I am very against this idea in principle, but still feel its invidious effects.)
And I get to keep my baggy jeans! I am excited!

Firecracker (Sharan)

This is so fun--a crayon-box of color and a mix of pieces that manage to cohere in a chic and flattering way. The jeans are really cool with a retro vibe (80s?), and I think they are JFE. The classic tailored blazer reins in the look. You're an artist, Jaime.

Susan

Active Member

Keep the jeans! You styled them so well with the blazer, fun stripes, and boots. So pulled together and fun at the same time.

Katerina

One of my favorite outfits, love it. Love everything about it - the gorgeous sweater, the trendy jeans, the colourful boots, the sensational bag and the lovely earrings. You have created such a fabulous modern combination, I am blown away.

Mainelady

Ooh, loving this! First thing though, is your hair. It is soooo amazing that it makes everything else look good, too! I think the baggy jeans look great, intentional and I adore them with your red boots. The striped sweater is fun and festive! I think we can play with trends, perhaps step outside of our norm and still own the look. You have done that with today’s outfit.

Lesley

I just. LOVE. your hair!!!

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